A recent legal battle has unfolded in the world of football, as a Spanish judge has ordered FIFA and UEFA to cease their opposition to the European Super League (ESL). The judge, Sofía Gil García, found that the football ruling bodies were engaging in anticompetitive behavior and abusing their dominant position. This ruling signifies a
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Jude Bellingham, the young talent from Real Madrid, is gearing up for the Champions League final against his former club Borussia Dortmund with a strong determination to make his dreams come true. Despite his young age of 20, Bellingham has already showcased his skills by scoring 19 league goals in his debut season with Madrid,
As Real Madrid gears up for their final clash with Borussia Dortmund at Wembley, coach Carlo Ancelotti has emphasized that his team is fully immersed in “Champions League mode.” Ancelotti, a seasoned veteran in European football, understands the significance of this moment and the pressure that comes with it. With nine Champions League finals under
The upcoming 2024-25 UEFA Champions League group stage draw will see some significant changes in the composition of Pot 1 teams. Barcelona has secured a place in Pot 1 following AS Roma’s exclusion from the competition. This was finalized after Atalanta’s 3-0 victory over Torino which secured them a top-four spot in Serie A. As
After Kylian Mbappé’s departure from Paris Saint-Germain, coach Luis Enrique has emphasized the need for the squad and newly acquired players to step up their game. Despite Mbappé’s remarkable contribution to the team, Enrique believes that it is only a matter of time before PSG secures their first Champions League title. In the wake of
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti recently expressed his admiration for Toni Kroos, labeling him as “one of the best midfielders in the history of football.” Ancelotti also mentioned his respect for Kroos’ decision to retire from professional football after playing for Germany at the European Championship. Kroos, at the age of 34, has had a
Barcelona’s star player, Robert Lewandowski, has expressed his confidence in the team’s ability to compete against Real Madrid, despite the imminent arrival of Kylian Mbappé. Lewandowski stated that Barcelona is not “scared” by the prospect of facing a strengthened Real Madrid side next season. Even though Madrid has secured victory over Barcelona in their recent
In a surprising turn of events, UEFA announced Budapest as the host city for the men’s Champions League final in 2026. This decision came after much deliberation and consideration by the executive committee. Budapest’s Puskás Arena emerged as the chosen venue, beating out the competition from Milan’s San Siro. This selection brings the prestigious final
Aston Villa has finally secured a spot in the prestigious Champions League for the first time since the 1982-83 season. This marks a significant milestone for the club, as it is the first time they have qualified for the competition since it was rebranded from the European Cup. The long-awaited return to Europe’s top club
The allocation of Champions League spots for next season has been determined based on the performance of teams in European competitions. The coefficient system takes into account the performance of clubs from each country in the Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League. Wins are rewarded with two coefficient points, draws with one, and
Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is on the verge of making a significant comeback as he is poised to start for Real Madrid in the upcoming Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund. After enduring two serious knee injuries that kept him sidelined for a major part of the season, Courtois made a triumphant return to action against
The recent success of both Manchester City and Girona in their respective leagues has brought to light a significant issue regarding multi-club ownership. UEFA has offered divestment options to the Abu Dhabi investors in order to ensure compliance with integrity rules for teams that share owners. This ultimatum comes as both clubs are set to
Real Madrid’s young Brazilian star, Vinícius Júnior, has been receiving high praise from manager Carlo Ancelotti after his outstanding performances in the Champions League. The 23-year-old forward played a crucial role in Madrid’s recent 2-1 comeback win over Bayern Munich, scoring twice in the first leg and contributing significantly to the team’s success. Ancelotti has
Real Madrid’s midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni has been dealt a devastating blow as he is set to be sidelined for approximately three weeks due to a stress injury in his left foot. This comes at a crucial time for the club, with the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund just around the corner. Tchouaméni’s absence will